Civil Litigation Associate Attorney (Trial / Depositions / Insurance Defense)

Civil Litigation Associate Attorney (Trial / Depositions / Insurance Defense) – 1–8 YearsLocations: Syracuse, NY; Fishkill, NY; Uniondale, NY; Buffalo, NYCompensation: $105,000 – $150,000 + production bonusesWork Model: On-site (5 days in office)Bar Admission: Active New York Bar requiredIMPORTANT: WHO THIS ROLE IS FORThis is a law firm associate attorney role focused on hands-on civil litigation and trial work.Candidates MustBe a licensed attorney (JD required)Have 1–8 years of civil litigation or transferable courtroom experienceHave Strong Writing, Motion Practice, And Deposition SkillsHave genuine interest in courtroom and trial workThis Role Is Not Suitable ForTransactional attorneysCandidates seeking primarily remote workLitigators without interest in depositions or trial exposureAbout The OpportunityWe are working with a trial-focused litigation boutique seeking a Civil Litigation Associate Attorney to handle matters from inception through trial with substantial courtroom exposure early in practice. This role offers immediate hands-on experience with depositions, hearings, and first- and second-chair trial opportunities.What You’ll Be DoingHandle civil litigation matters from inception through resolutionDraft discovery requests, responses, and substantive motionsTake and defend depositionsParticipate in first- and second-chair trial workCommunicate directly with clients, insurance carriers, and claims handlersWhat We’re Looking For1–8 years of civil litigation experienceCourtroom, deposition, or transferable trial experienceStrong legal writing and advocacy skillsInterest in long-term litigation and trial developmentWhy This Role Stands OutImmediate courtroom and deposition experienceHands-on trial exposure early in practiceStrong bonus upside tied to productivityCollaborative, litigation-focused environmentCore KeywordsCivil Litigation Attorney; Trial Attorney; Insurance Defense; Depositions; Motion Practice; Courtroom Experience; Litigation Associate; Trial LitigationSkills: litigation,depositions,trial litigation,courtroom experience,insurance,defense,insurance defense,liability,motion practice,civil litigation